When you read about addiction statistics in our community, our country and around the world, you may think, “well, that’s a lot of people who made pretty bad decisions.” That is, if you’re one of the ...

Based on the most recent statistics from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million Americans (16.8%) aged 12 and older were diagnosed with a substance use disorder (SUD) in the ...

Although the perspective regarding mental health and substance addiction is slowly shifting, there is still a significant lack of support available when it comes to confronting these issues. While ...

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, who championed the "Kicking the Stigma" initiative, passed away in May after multiple alleged undisclosed relapses. Irsay's story highlights the insidious nature of ...

Stigma surrounding substance use disorders can prevent individuals from seeking treatment and support. Washington Goes Purple is a community-led movement created to raise awareness and combat the ...